I just finished the first shipment as well. This is my fourth large scale model, after doing the R2D2 from Deagostini, the Aston Martin DB5 by Eaglemoss and the (still unfinished) Delorean DMC12. I was kinda frustrated with EM for being very inconsistent in their deliveries and their continues lack of stock of parts. Come on, people, these are heavily overpriced models to build, so at least keep some stock. The Dutch subscription was very inconsistent and the issues bought at the webshop take ages to arrive. For example, I placed and order, and it takes two weeks to ship them, and another three weeks to deliver. Are they shipping them by bike or what? So this was what caught my intention in Agora - promise of continuous stock and deliveries as promised. Let's see how this turns out, shipment 1 passed the test. The quality of items is very good, good to the touch but indeed: the screwdriver needed to be magnetized upfront. Also, the bags of the screws are a pain to open. But the building steps were clearly defined and it didn't take too long to finish the first six packs. Now to wait for the next one.
I was kinda surprised that people commented on the fact that the Mustang was identifical to the Shelby issues earlier by the competition, just with fresh colours and some new details. And indeed, the building steps look alike. In 'World of Wayne' on Youtube (check it out) it was promised that Agora would explain the differences between the cars but I haven't read that anywhere yet. Also, I am looking forward to other builds of Agora. Just putting up covered models with 'Spring 2020', 'Summer 2020', etc., doesn't do it for me. Why the secrecy?
So for now: happy with the service and product, but still a little too soon to have a good judgement on the new kid on the block. If promises are kept, then this brand is really looking good, especially if they can get some stunning iconic car models. I would suggest K.I.T.T., Ferrari from Magnum PI or Miami Vice, Christine, or even the Mutt Cuts car from 'Dumb and dumber'.
